Asda, Barnes Hill

Fourteen riders led by John P to Asda, Barnes Hill.  Weather damp, with heavy-ish drizzle for parts of the ride.

The route is here.

City centre

Seventeen riders led by John P via the towpath to Costa Coffee in the city centre.  Return via the towpath, including the Soho loop, and the Harborne walkway.

Bright, clear, and very cold. 

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Marks and Spencer, Longbridge

An excellent turnout of fifteen riders, in persistent rain, which didn't let up until we were leaving M and S after the coffee break.  

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Waseley Hills country park

Sixteen riders led by John P to Waseley Hills country park.  A bit chilly, and large puddles from rain overnight, but no rain during the ride.

The route is here.

Queen Elizabeth hospital

John B led a group of thirteen riders to the café at the QE, with a choice of a slightly easier route to Harborne churchyard for those who didn't fancy the steep path from Quinton Road.  Return was via the university, the Vale and the towpath to Bournville.

The route is here.

Sainsbury's, Maypole

A large turnout today - 24 riders - so for the outward ride we split into two groups, led by John P and John B.  A chilly feel of autumn, but dry and no wind: pleasant cycling weather.  

The route is here.    

Woodgate Valley

Twelve riders braved strong winds and blustery showers for a ride to Woodgate Valley.  There are welcome signs that preparations are being made for resurfacing the path through the valley park, but until that work is completed it looks as if parts of it will remain muddy and rough.  Also welcome will be the pedestrian lights which are being installed at the crossing on West Boulevard.

The route is here.